If you’ve taken a pregnancy test and seen a positive result, you might think you already know the answer. However, there’s more to understanding your pregnancy than a test alone can reveal. An ultrasound provides important medical information that helps protect your health and gives you the clarity you need about your next steps.
At Carolina Pregnancy Center, we offer free and confidential pregnancy testing. If your test is positive, you may qualify for a limited ultrasound. Schedule your appointment today to get the answers you need.
What an Ultrasound Can Show
Pregnancy tests detect the hormone hCG, but they don’t provide the full picture of what’s happening inside your body. Ultrasound uses sound waves to create an image of the uterus, revealing details critical for your health.
Is the pregnancy developing?
Not every pregnancy develops normally. Research shows that as many as 26% of all pregnancies end in miscarriage. An ultrasound can detect whether there is a heartbeat and if the pregnancy is progressing.
If a miscarriage has occurred, medical follow-up may be necessary to protect your health.
How far along are you?
Knowing the gestational age is important for understanding your options. If you’re considering abortion, this information is crucial because procedures are only available at certain stages of pregnancy.
The abortion pill, for example, is only FDA-approved through 10 weeks gestation.
Where is the pregnancy located?
In rare cases, a pregnancy can develop outside the uterus (ectopic pregnancy). This condition is very serious and requires immediate medical attention, as it can be life-threatening if untreated. Ultrasound is the only way to confirm the pregnancy’s location.
No-Cost Support
At Carolina Pregnancy Center, we offer free and confidential pregnancy services to help you navigate this uncertain time. If your test is positive, our team will explain your next steps, answer your questions, and provide the compassionate support you need.
You don’t have to walk through this alone. Schedule your free appointment today.
FAQ:
Why can’t a pregnancy test tell me everything?
A pregnancy test only detects the hormone hCG. It cannot confirm if the pregnancy is viable, how far along you are, or if it’s located in the uterus.
Do I need an ultrasound if I already got a positive pregnancy test?
Yes. Even if a test is positive, only an ultrasound can confirm vital details about your pregnancy that help determine your next steps.
What happens if the ultrasound shows a miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy?
If your ultrasound indicates a miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy, follow-up medical care will be necessary. An ectopic pregnancy always requires immediate treatment.
Does Carolina Pregnancy Center provide abortions?
No. Carolina Pregnancy Center does not provide or refer for abortions. We provide accurate medical information, pregnancy testing, limited ultrasounds, and support so you can make an informed decision.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.
